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Second avian flu outbreak in Wyre
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A full investigation is being carried out to confirm the source of the infection. (stock image)
H5N8 detected in pheasants on a Lancashire farm
 
Defra has confirmed a second outbreak of avian influenza H5N8 in Wyre, Lancashire, in a flock of around 1,000 pheasants.

The case was identified on a farm near Pilling as part of routine investigations being carried out following confirmation of H5N8 at another pheasant farm in Lancashire on 24 January. There is a business link between the two premises.

A 3km protection zone and a 10km surveillance zone are in place around the infected premises. A number of birds have died and samples taken tested positive for H5N8. The surviving birds are being humanely culled.

A full investigation is being carried out to confirm the source of the infection and related premises have been placed under restrictions until all investigations are complete.

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Voting opens for BEVA Council

News Story 1
 Eligible members of BEVA will be able to vote for their Council team until Monday, 17 August 2026. Members will have received an election email on 17 July.

There are five candidates standing for four available places on Council. They are:

  • Alexandre Triguino
  • Angela Jones
  • Beth Bryant
  • Holly Rees
  • Hugh Somerville
Full profiles for each candidate can be found on the BEVA website. 

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Milk recalled over presence of veterinary medicines

Graham's Family Dairy has issued a recall for its semi-skimmed milk due to the presence of veterinary medicines in the product.

In a risk statement, the Food Standards Agency said the presence of the medicines, including penicillin, make the milk unsafe to consume and 'may be a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to antibiotics'.

Customers who bought the product are advised to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.